Dumdumi - Raghunathpur - II, Purulia
Dumdumi is a village situated in the Raghunathpur - II subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 12.2 km from Raghunathpur and around 80.2 km from Purulia. Nildih serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dumdumi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dumdumi is 330248. The village covers a total geographical area of 116.97 hectares and falls under the 723133 pincode. Raghunathpur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Dumdumi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Para Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Purulia Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dumdumi
According to the 2011 Census, Dumdumi village had a total population of 170 people, including 89 males and 81 females, living in 29 households. The sex ratio was 910 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.11%, with male literacy at 81.48% and female literacy at 50.70%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 170 | 89 | 81 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 8 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 102 | 66 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 68 | 23 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Dumdumi
Dumdumi is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Dumdumi
Dumdumi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Dumdumi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raghunathpur to Dumdumi is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Purulia to Dumdumi is about 80.2 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dumdumi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dumdumi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dumdumi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dumdumi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dumdumi
Where is Dumdumi located?
Dumdumi village is located in Raghunathpur - II Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dumdumi?
The Gram Panchayat of Dumdumi is Nildih.
What is the pincode of Dumdumi?
The pincode of Dumdumi is 723133.
What is the population of Dumdumi?
Dumdumi had a total population of 170, including 89 males and 81 females.
How many households are there in Dumdumi?
Dumdumi had 29 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dumdumi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dumdumi was 67.11%. Male literacy was 81.48% and female literacy was 50.70%.